The Kerala Biotechnology Commission (KBC) is the implementing body of the Kerala Biotechnology Board (KBB), constituted by the Government of Kerala in 2003. The Commission plays a pivotal role in creating a thriving ecosystem for biotechnology research, innovation, and industrial growth in the state.

KBC is dedicated to implementing the Kerala Biotechnology Policy and other guidelines laid down by KBB. It manages a wide range of programmes that focus on research and development, industrial collaboration, rural innovation, and human resource development, making Kerala a hub for biotechnology advancement.

Objectives

KBC works with a mission to nurture biotechnology innovation and entrepreneurship in Kerala. Our key objectives include:

• Supporting Research: Empowering young scientists to pursue cutting-edge research in emerging areas of biotechnology.
• Fostering Translation: Promoting translational research with industrial partnerships for real-world impact.
• Encouraging Rural Innovations: Supporting projects that develop biotech-based solutions for rural communities.
• Strengthening Human Capital: Building skilled human resources through training programmes, workshops, and capacity-building initiatives in frontier areas of biotechnology.

Programmes

1. Biotechnology Research Support

1. Young Investigator’s Programme in Biotechnology (YIPB) – Supports early-career scientists in independent research.
2. Kerala Biotechnology Re-entry Fellowship (K-BiREF) – Facilitates talented researchers returning from abroad to establish research in Kerala.

2. Schemes for Industrial Collaboration & Entrepreneurship Development

1. Industry-linked Biotechnology Research Scheme (IBRS) – Strengthens academia-industry partnerships with a focus on commercialization.
2. Biotechnology Young Entrepreneur (BYE) Award – Recognizes and supports young biotech entrepreneurs to translate ideas into ventures.

3. Schemes for Promoting Rural Innovations

1. Biotechnology Innovations for Rural Development (BIRD) – Encourages grassroots innovations that create sustainable, biotech-based rural solutions.

4. Schemes for Capacity Building in Biotechnology

1. Biotechnology Post-Doctoral Fellowship (BPDF) – Supports advanced research training.
2. Biotechnology Training and Workshop (BTW) – Builds skillsets through specialized training and hands-on workshops.
3. Biotechnology Education Programme – Promotes biotech awareness and learning among students.

Our Team

Beena D, Technical Officer, KBC

Dr. Krupa Ann Mathew, Consultant, DBT Skill Vigyan Kerala profile

Drishya P. S, Project Fellow, KBC

Athira C. Nair, Project Assistant

Anju R. K, Data Entry Operator, DBT Skill Vigyan Kerala

Contact Us

Dr. Sarika A. R.
Principal Scientist
Kerala Biotechnology Commission (KBC)
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology & Environment (KSCSTE)
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom P.O., Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004
Phone: +91-471-2548254 / 406
Email: kbc.kscste@kerala.gov.in